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Former SNP leadership rival, Ash Regan, discusses the crisis facing Humza Yousaf's leadership. The podcast delves into potential leadership changes, internal challenges of the Scottish Greens party, and analysis of Rishi Sunak's tax cut policies.

Humza Yousaf, Scottish politician, terminated the governing pact with the Scottish Greens, facing a no-confidence vote. The decision may impact the first minister and Scottish government. Katy Balls discusses with guests the political tensions, coalition decision-making, and uncertainty in Scottish politics, including potential leadership changes and polling trends.

Guest Angela Rayner, discusses her tax affairs and performance in PMQs. Topics include her strategic tactics during the exchange, defense spending increase to 2.5% of GDP, and its impact on Keir Starmer's Labour party.

Political commentator Kate Andrews discusses the passing of the Rwanda Bill in Parliament, the challenges in implementing a policy for economic refugees, and the analysis of UK migration policy. The conversation delves into potential election scenarios and tax cut implications in the UK budget.

Political commentator Katy Balls and Spectator editor Fraser Nelson discuss the potential for an all-night parliamentary showdown on the Rwanda vote. They debate the possibility of an early summer election, internal government debates on timing, and factors influencing the decision such as party unity and polling data.

Columnists Iain Macwhirter and Shona Craven discuss the SNP's turbulent week: Sandyford clinic controversy, climate change target drop, and Peter Murrell's embezzlement charges. They analyze the impact on SNP's image, independence stance, and challenges in the upcoming election.

Guests James Heale and Michael Simmons discuss the post-pandemic welfare crisis in Britain and ways to get the unemployed back to work. They delve into Rishi Sunak's speech on tackling Britain's 'sick note culture' and the challenges in reforming the welfare system post-pandemic.

Oscar Edmondson, a political commentator, discusses the proposal to ban smartphones for teens in the UK. The debate could unite the party. Also, the suspension of Mark Menzies over alleged money request raises questions. Could this be a smart move for teens' mental health and social media use?

Katy Balls and Isabel Hardman discuss Rishi Sunak's handling of questions about Liz Truss, the impact of inflation news on the government, and Keir Starmer's approach to party discipline in a lively political exchange.

Political journalists Katy Balls and Kate Andrews discuss the global economic outlook, UK's growth compared to others, and the upcoming vote on the smoking ban. They debate Rishi Sunak's control, rebel MPs, and the implications of the ban on individual rights and future policies.